We're in our final week of test prep in advance of the math STAAR on April 21 and reading STAAR on April 22. The students worked hard on the writing STAAR last month, and are equally prepared for the final two tests. ...

I would like to continue the voluntary, student-initiated corrections system for the remainder of the semester. Remember students receive their graded paper first thing every Monday and are to bring them home that day in their weekly folder. I review them with them, and would encourage parents to do the same. All corrections should be completed in color pencil or on separate paper. I'm available to help them before school or during study hall. Corrections are due by Friday. ...

Please remember that school registration forms are due soon even if your child is not returning to Mills for fifth grade. We're beginning the process of setting up classes for next year and want to be sure we have the most current information on who to place. ...We are still short drivers for the April 30 trip to Meadows Center in San Marcos. Please let me know if you can help. This is a really great science trip. Reminder that drivers must be cleared to drive through Partners in Education. ...

Thanks to all who volunteered to help with Career Day. Schedules should be posted soon, with parents just needed to present two sessions over the course of one hour.